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1972 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 FHC 2+2
1972 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 FHC 2+2
1972
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Brand:
Jaguar
Template:
Type E
Year:
1972
Description
Matching numbers • Original left-hand drive (LHD) • 5.3L V12 • Documented mechanical restoration • French registration
THE ULTIMATE TYPE E. THE V12. THE RIGHT CONFIGURATION.
There are vintage cars that are appreciated for their history.
And then there are those whose silhouette alone is enough to catch a glance, several decades after their appearance.
The Jaguar E-Type undoubtedly belongs to this second category.
Presented at the Geneva Motor Show in 1961, it immediately made its mark on the history of…
Matching numbers • Original left-hand drive (LHD) • 5.3L V12 • Documented mechanical restoration • French registration
THE ULTIMATE TYPE E. THE V12. THE RIGHT CONFIGURATION.
There are vintage cars that are appreciated for their history.
And then there are those whose silhouette alone is enough to catch a glance, several decades after their appearance.
The Jaguar E-Type undoubtedly belongs to this second category.
Presented at the Geneva Motor Show in 1961, it immediately made its mark on the history of automotive design. Designed by Malcolm Sayer , under the direction of William Lyons, it inherited the aerodynamic legacy of the Type D while adopting a design that was particularly advanced for its time.
The famous phrase attributed to Enzo Ferrari— "the most beautiful car in the world" —has largely contributed to forging its legend. Beyond this quote, the exact wording of which varies depending on the source, one thing is beyond doubt: the E-Type has become one of the most recognizable and desirable automobiles of the 20th century.
The example we are offering is a 1972 E-Type Series 3 FHC 2+2 , equipped with the legendary Jaguar 5.3-litre V12 engine .
And this latest generation has a very particular personality.
THE 3 SERIES V12: THE CULMINATION
In 1971, Jaguar made significant changes to the E-Type with the introduction of its new V12 engine.
The Series 3 thus becomes the ultimate evolution of the E-Type and receives a mechanics befitting its status: a 5.3-litre V12 developing 272 hp , here paired with a Borg Warner automatic gearbox.
This engine is one of the great strengths of this generation.
Its flexibility is remarkable, its operation particularly smooth and its acceleration impressive thanks to a torque of approximately 46 mkg .
The Type E V12 thus offers a very different experience from the first generations: more mature, more comfortable and easier to drive, while retaining performance that remains particularly respectable.
The advertised top speed reaches 241 km/h , while the 0 to 100 km/h time is given as approximately 6.4 seconds .
The 3 Series also benefits from specific developments designed to accompany the V12: wider track, longer wheelbase, reinforced cooling system and its famous large mesh grille, immediately identifiable.
The result is a more refined, more civilized E-Type that is particularly pleasant to use.
A COPY THAT HAS BENEFITED FROM SIGNIFICANT MECHANICAL WORK
The appeal of this car is not solely in its aesthetics.
In 2020 and 2021, it underwent a major mechanical overhaul , carried out by a recognized professional.
More than €12,000 in invoices accompany these works.
The interventions notably concerned:
- the engine;
- the gearbox;
- the bridge;
- the ignition system;
- the four carburetors.
For a collector of vintage Jaguars, this recent history is a real asset.
This is not simply an old car that has been preserved: it is a car that has undergone significant mechanical investment in order to be able to be used in good condition.
AN ELEGANT AND AUTHENTIC PRESENTATION
The bodywork features a superb Silver Grey metallic color.
The painting, done about ten years ago, is now in excellent condition .
The interior, meanwhile, retains all the atmosphere that makes the great Jaguars of that era so charming.
The Connolly saddlery , emblematic of the brand, is in very good condition and has a beautiful patina.
This patina deserves to be highlighted: it contributes to the authenticity and character of the car and avoids the sometimes too-new look of a recent full restoration.
All of the instruments are working perfectly.
IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR THE COLLECTOR
This E-Type has several highly sought-after features:
Matching Numbers.
Originally left-hand drive.
V12 5.3 litres.
FHC 2+2 bodywork.
French registration certificate.
Extensive documented mechanical upgrade.
Over €12,000 in invoices.
It is these elements, more than the mere presentation effects, that give this copy its full interest.
The buyer therefore does not simply discover a beautiful E-Type in a showroom: he acquires a car whose mechanics have been the subject of substantial and documented work.
A TYPE E FOR COLLECTING... BUT ABOVE ALL FOR DRIVING
The Series 3 V12 is probably the easiest E-Type to integrate into a collection intended for use.
Its V12 engine provides a considerable reserve of power and smooth operation, making it suitable for both a Sunday outing and a real road trip.
The Borg Warner automatic transmission naturally complements this philosophy.
Behind the wheel, the E-Type obviously retains that incomparable presence that made its reputation, but it also proves to be surprisingly accessible.
This is precisely what makes this generation so interesting today.
It can be admired as a collector's item and driven like a real automobile.
A CAR THAT HAS SURVIVED THE DECADES WITHOUT LOSING ITS POWER OF SEDUCTION
More than fifty years after its birth, the silhouette of the E-Type remains immediately identifiable.
Long hood, set-back cabin, spectacular proportions, chrome and leather: everything about this car evokes an era when automotive style could still become a work of art.
The Series 3 adds to this timeless aesthetic the unique character of the Jaguar V12 .
It is this combination that makes it so interesting today:
The iconic lines of the E-Type, combined with the engine that represents its culmination.
FEATURES
Jaguar E-Type Series 3 FHC 2+2
Vintage: 1972
Engine: 5.3-liter V12
Power: 272 hp
Torque: approximately 46 mkg
Transmission: Automatic Borg Warner
Transmission: rear-wheel drive
Matching Numbers
Originally left-hand drive
Connolly Saddlery
Color: Silver Metallic Grey
Mechanical restoration/upgrade: 2020-2021
Over €12,000 in invoices
French registration certificate
Vehicle in stock at our premises
12-month warranty on engine and gearbox
OUR POSITION
We have deliberately chosen to present this Type E through its objective and verifiable elements rather than through a succession of superlatives.
Its appeal lies in a coherent combination:
A Series 3 V12, an FHC 2+2 configuration, original left-hand drive, Matching Numbers, patinated Connolly upholstery, a very elegant presentation and above all significant recent documented mechanical work.
For the enthusiast wishing to acquire a Jaguar E-Type V12 that is truly intended for use , without having to immediately undertake a heavy mechanical overhaul, this example certainly deserves special attention.
AVAILABLE NOW
The car can be viewed at our premises by appointment .
It is offered with its French registration document , its file of invoices and a 12-month warranty on the engine and gearbox .
A large Jaguar.
An exceptional V12.
A line that has become legendary.
And above all, a car ready to hit the road again.
Price: Please contact us
Brand:
Jaguar
Template:
Type E
Year:
1972
Offer ID #24509
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